Farm Nutrient Management
This module examines key factors in managing nutrients on your farmland to save money and improve the organic content of your soil. It is equally applicable to those within or outside a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ).
This module examines key factors in managing nutrients on your farmland to save money and improve the organic content of your soil. It is equally applicable to those within or outside a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ).
This module addresses the need for silage, slurry and rainwater infrastructure management.
Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is growing method where the parameters and conditions for growth are controlled which increases efficiency.
Plant pests and diseases (P&D) lead to production and sales losses.
Understand and be aware of the current biosecurity pressures the UK faces and learn how to maintain high levels of hygiene and ways of reducing P&D outbreaks.
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This course takes participants through the key characteristics of most of the plant-based farm habitats which are mentioned in the Sustainable Farming Scheme proposals, and provides information on how to do a quick survey to identify habitat types. By the...
The simple dictionary definition of propagation is as follows: the act of producing a new plant from a parent plant.
Methods of propagating hardy nursery species (HNS) are often specific to the species or plant type and different plants are...
Grazed grass is the cheapest feed, supplying up to 90% of energy requirements for the animals but much is wasted due to poor timing. Good grazing systems match livestock needs to grass growth. Measuring grass and adjusting the grazing area...
While farmers already focus on supplying food through crops and livestock, there can be a disconnect when it comes to horticultural growing. This module aims to enhance your understanding of horticultural ventures, from start-up to development, providing a valuable starting...
In this course we look at strategies for controlling weeds.
Learn about the different types of technology used in agriculture, the types of applications technology can be used for and the advantages and disadvantages of using advanced technology.